ColorplanBenjamin Moore Hot Spice (2011-30) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 28. For trim, try Creamy Peach (2012-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 28.2 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F06450 |
| RGB | 240, 100, 80 |
| HSL | 8°, 84%, 63% |
About Hot Spice
Hot Spice (2011-30) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 28, Hot Spice absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hot Spice's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. It's very close to Tangerine Dream (2012-30); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Hot Spice changes with the light
Hot Spice has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Hot Spice's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Hot Spice will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Hot Spice can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Hot Spice will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Hot Spice in real homes
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Hot Spice equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 10.9
Also close: Cavern Clay (ΔE 13.6)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.6
Also close: Red Earth (ΔE 10.8)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.7
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 19.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Hot Spice questions
What undertone does Hot Spice have?
Hot Spice has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hot Spice's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Hot Spice a light or dark color?
Hot Spice has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 28.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 28, Hot Spice absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Hot Spice in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 10.9); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (closest available, ΔE 7.6); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 14.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Hot Spice?
Try Creamy Peach (2012-60) on trim and Frosted Petal (2089-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Hot Spice's undertone.
Where does Hot Spice work best?
Hot Spice works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 28, Hot Spice absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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